Business Analyst

Job Introduction

About us 

Do you aspire to work in a welcoming, innovative, forward-thinking, inclusive and supportive organisation where you can also learn and develop?  YPO might be the perfect fit for you! 

With 50 years of experience, YPO has been dedicated to supporting the public sector. Our journey began five decades ago when 13 local authorities united to streamline their purchasing needs and enhance efficiency, forming the organisation we know today. 

As a 100% publicly owned entity by our 13 member authorities, we ensure that our profits are reinvested into our public sector customers, offering even greater value for money.  Discover more about our company and culture at Start a career at YPO | YPO. 

YPO is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. Our aim is that our workforce will be truly representative of all sections of society, and each employee feels respected and able to give their best. 

If this position is advertised as a full-time role (37 hours per week), YPO is pleased to consider requests for flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours and job-sharing opportunities. We are committed to supporting work-life balance and encourage candidates to discuss their preferred working patterns with us. 

About the Role 

We are seeking to appoint to the role of Business Analyst. 

As a key member of the Business Change Team, this role is integral to YPO’s Business Analysis function.  

The Business Analyst will work closely with the Business Change team and key managers in mapping business processes to ensure we can meet our strategic objectives organisational wide. Identifying any process improvements within a business area and has a solid understanding of all business processes across all departments.

About You 

As YPO continues to expand, we are seeking a driven and enthusiastic individual to join our team.  

Drawing from the skills and experience section of the Job Description, we seek someone who has:

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent through demonstrable experience). 
• Experience of working in a similar environment as a Business Analyst / Systems Analyst.  
• Ability to thrive in a fast moving, often changing, delivery environment. 
• Strong understanding of modern technologies, systems and processes. 

For a detailed description of the role and required skills, please refer to the job description attached below. 

What’s in it for you? 

We are proud to offer a fantastic range of benefits, including: 

• Generous annual leave, from 24 days a year, plus 8 days statutory bank holidays and 3 discretionary closedown days at Christmas
• Local Government Pension through West Yorkshire Pension Fund 
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing package
• Flexi scheme and flexible working options available (please discuss your preferred working requirements with the manager at interview)
• Family friendly policies
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Free parking available 

To have a confidential and informal discussion about this role, or any additional support, please contact James Taylor-Swift via james.taylor-swift@ypo.co.uk.

Interviews are planned to take place week commencing 13.04.2026, in-person at our office in Wakefield.